Wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system to redirect waves away from coastal areas

ABSTRACT

A wave redirecting system comprising a lower frame body having a first upper surface and a second upper surface; an upper frame body having a first upper surface and a second upper surface, wherein the upper frame body is connected to or integral with the lower frame body, wherein the upper frame body forms a first angle with the lower frame body and wherein the upper frame body forms a second angle with the lower frame body; a plurality of anchor feet, wherein the plurality of anchor feet are connected to or integral with a bottom surface of the lower frame body; and a redirecting blade having a first end, wherein a bottom surface of the redirecting blade is connected to or integral with the first upper surface and/or the second upper surface of the upper frame body and wherein the upper frame body forms a third angle with the redirecting blade is disclosed.

FIELD OF INVENTION

This invention relates generally to the construction, fluid mechanics and environment field, in particular, wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system to dissect and redirect a portion of water and waves from coastal areas.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

As a tsunami reaches a shallow coastal area, the amplitude (height) and momentum of the tsunami wave increases much higher than it was offshore. (See e.g., Joseph Friedman, Japan Tsunami 2011, published on YouTube on Nov. 26, 2013, available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0YOXVIPUu4; Joseph Friedman, Indonesia Tsunami 2004, published on YouTube on Jan. 12, 2014, available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5fKvN-RwKs). In deep ocean, a tsunami wave can have a very long wavelength, up to several kilometers or even above 10 to 100 kilometers. (See FIG. 1). Thus, as the tsunami wave approaches a shallow coastal area, a constant forward momentum of later tsunami waves pushes the amplitude (height) of the tsunami wave higher and higher. (Id.) (depicting tsunami wavelengths of 213 kilometers, 23 kilometers, and 10.6 kilometer at depths of 4000 meters, 50 meters and 10 meters, respectively, as the tsunami wave approaches a shallow coastal area). As shown in FIG. 1, the tsunami wave surges in amplitude (height) and momentum, causing significant damage to life and property. This is known as a run-up effect.

Currently, some proposed solutions for coastal areas include breakwaters (e.g., dams, dykes, flap-gates) and shipping containers on an ocean floor. For example, a 2013 ONE Prize finalist proposed placing old shipping containers on the ocean floor off the coast of Padang, Western Sumatra Island, Indonesia to redirect a tsunami wave upward at a 45 degree angle. (See Gallery of 2013 ONE Prize Finalists, Komunitas Siaga Tsunami, Tsunami Alert Community, Padang, Sumatra (“Kogami”) image courtesy of ONE, available at http://images.adsttc.com/media/images/5258/78ef/e8e4/4ecb/1700/0877/large jpg/062 Page 1.jpg?1381529777).

As another example, Professor Tetsuya of Kyoto University's Disaster Prevention Research Institute (DPRI) proposed placing a submerged flap-gate breakwater off the coast of a coastal area to block or lower a tsunami wave attacking the coastal area. (See Tsunami-generation system and flap-gate breakwater demonstrated for reporters, Kyoto University (Jul. 16, 2014), available at http://www.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en/about/events_news/department/bousai/news/2014/140716_1.html.

These proposed solutions are less than ideal. Breakwaters such as dams and dykes function by directly blocking or lowering the momentum of tsunamis are extremely expensive as well as potentially regretful. The breakwater creates an additional tsunami wave run-up effect, which, if the tsunami wave has sufficient force to overflow the breakwater, the tsunami wave's amplitude (height) and momentum will be amplified, causing even more devastating destruction to coastal areas behind the breakwater. For example, in the Japan Tsunami 2011, Japanese dams and dikes higher than 10 meter, 15 meters and 20 meters were run-over by tsunami waves. These dams and dikes created an additional run-up effect. Because these tsunami waves had sufficient force to overflow the dams and dykes, the tsunami wave's amplitude (height) and momentum were amplified, further increasing the tsunami's destruction to the coastal areas behind the dams and dikes. Further, once the tsunami waves over-ran the dams and dikes, those waves were not able to recede due to hindrance by the dams and dikes, worsening flood damage to those areas.

Further, it is extremely difficult to design dams or dikes for protection against tsunami waves because one of the main causes for tsunami waves is earthquakes or volcanic activity. It is impossible to predict how strong an earthquake or a volcanic eruption may be in the future, and therefore, how much stronger future tsunami waves may be than previous ones. In addition, different coastal areas have unique geological characteristics that cause different levels of shallow water velocity and run-up effect. Thus, it is extremely difficult, if not impossible, to calculate or estimate required densities or dimensions for a protective dam or dike.

To overcome these problems, it is important to designate the top-priority zones (also known as tsunami zoning) for susceptible ocean floor and coastal areas and, then, to build a tsunami wave redirecting equipment and system to redirect the tsunami waves to non-prioritized ocean floor and/or coastal areas.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

This invention relates generally to the construction, fluid mechanics and environment field, in particular, wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system to dissect and redirect a portion of water and waves from a prioritized ocean floor and/or coastal area.

In an embodiment, a wave dissecting and redirecting system comprises a lower frame body having a first upper surface and a second upper surface; an upper frame body having a first upper surface and a second upper surface, wherein the upper frame body is connected to or integral with the lower frame body, wherein the first upper surface of the upper frame body forms a first angle with the first upper surface of the lower frame body and wherein the second upper surface of the upper frame body forms a second angle with the second upper surface of the lower frame body; a plurality of anchor feet, wherein the plurality of anchor feet are connected to or integral with a bottom surface of the lower frame body; and a redirecting blade having a first end and a second end, wherein a bottom surface of the redirecting blade is connected to or integral with the first upper surface and/or the second upper surface of the upper frame body and wherein the first upper surface of the upper frame body forms a third angle with the first end of the redirecting blade such that the redirecting blade redirects a wave when the wave attacks.

In an embodiment, the shape of one or more of the lower frame body, and the upper frame body is selected from the group consisting of cube, cuboid, hexagonal prism, triangular prism, and variations thereof; and wherein the shape of the redirecting blade is selected from the group consisting of cube, cuboid, pentagonal prism, hexagonal prism, octagonal prism, triangular prism, and variations thereof.

In an embodiment, one or more of the lower frame, the upper frame and the redirecting blade are constructed as a hollow structure, a solid structure or a dense solid structure.

In an embodiment, one or more of the anchor feet, the lower frame body, the upper frame body and the redirecting blade are constructed of biological materials, non-biological materials, and combinations thereof.

In an embodiment, one or more of the anchor feet, the lower frame, the upper frame and the redirecting blade are constructed of composites, concrete, metals, polymers, and combinations thereof.

In an embodiment, the shape of the redirecting blade is selected from the group consisting of cube, cuboid, hexagonal prism, triangular prism, and variations thereof.

In an embodiment, one or more of the first angle and the second angle are from about 20 degrees to about 60 degrees, and wherein the third angle is from about 90 degrees to about 120 degrees.

In an embodiment, the wave dissecting and redirecting system further comprises a flap rotationally attached to the first surface of the upper frame body and disposed between a first side and a second side of the upper frame body, wherein the flap closes when a wave attacks and opens when the wave recedes. In an embodiment, the flap is constructed as a single, a two part or a multi-part structure. In an embodiment, the flap is constructed of cavitation resistant material. In an embodiment, the flap is constructed of vulcanized rubber.

In an embodiment, the wave dissecting and redirecting further comprises a means to open one or more flaps and a flap, wherein the means to open one or more flaps is attached to a first surface of the upper frame body and disposed between a first side and a second side of the upper frame body and wherein the flap is rotationally attached to the means to open one or more flaps.

In an embodiment, the wave dissecting and redirecting system further comprises a means to open one or more flaps and a plurality of flaps, wherein the means to open one or more flaps is attached to a first surface of the upper frame body and disposed between a first side and a second side of the upper frame body and wherein the plurality of flaps are rotationally attached to the means to open one or more flaps.

In an embodiment, the wave dissecting and redirecting system further comprising one or more side covers, wherein the one or more side covers are attached to the first side and/or the second side of the upper frame body.

In an embodiment, a method of using a wave dissecting and redirecting system comprises the steps of: a) using one or more wave dissecting and redirecting system of claim 1; b) positioning the one or more wave dissecting and redirecting system in a layout at a depth on or near an ocean floor at one or more distance from a coastal area; and c) redirecting a first direction of a first wave at a first angle to a second direction of the first wave when the first wave attacks the one or more wave dissecting and redirecting system.

In an embodiment, the layout in step b) is selected from the group consisting of dual sided, asymmetric chevrons, dual sided asymmetric rows, dual sided symmetric chevrons, dual sided symmetric rows, single sided rows, single sided chevrons, and combinations thereof. In an embodiment, the layout in step b) comprises a plurality of overlapping dual sided asymmetric chevrons and an overlapping dual sided symmetric chevron. In an embodiment, the layout in step b) comprises a plurality of overlapping dual sided asymmetric chevrons and a plurality of overlapping single sided chevrons.

In an embodiment, the depth in step b) is from about 45 meters to about 60 meters. In an embodiment, the depth in step b) is about 50 meters.

In an embodiment, the first angle in step c) is greater than or equal to about 90 degrees. In an embodiment, the first angle in step c) is from about 90 degrees to about 150 degrees.

In an embodiment, the method further comprises step d) redirecting a first direction of a second wave at a second angle to a second direction of the second wave when the second wave attacks the one or more dissecting and redirecting system.

In an embodiment, the second angle in step d) is greater than or equal to about 90 degrees. In an embodiment, the second angle in step d) is from about 90 degrees to about 150 degrees.

In an embodiment, the method further comprises step e) redirecting a first direction of a third wave at a third angle to a second direction of the third wave when the third wave attacks the one or more dissecting and redirecting system.

In an embodiment, the third angle in step e) is greater than or equal to about 90 degrees. In an embodiment, the third angle in step e) is from about 90 degrees to about 150 degrees.

These and other objects, features and advantages will become apparent as reference is made to the following detailed description, preferred embodiments, and examples, given for the purpose of disclosure, and taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and appended claims.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

For a further understanding of the nature and objects of the present inventions, reference should be made to the following detailed disclosure, taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which like parts are given like reference numerals, and wherein:

FIG. 1 illustrates a cross-sectional side view of an exemplary tsunami wave;

FIG. 2A illustrates a top view of an exemplary wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system according to an embodiment of the present invention, showing a plurality of flaps in a closed position;

FIG. 2B illustrates a side view of an exemplary wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system according to an embodiment of the present invention, showing an exemplary angle between a first upper surface of an upper frame body and a first end of a blade;

FIG. 2C illustrates a front view of an exemplary wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system according to an embodiment of the present invention, showing a plurality of flaps in a closed position;

FIG. 2D illustrates a rear view of an exemplary wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system according to an embodiment of the present invention, showing a means to open one or more flaps and a plurality of flaps in a closed position;

FIG. 2E illustrates a cross-sectional view of an exemplary wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system according to an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 3A illustrates a front, right side perspective view of an exemplary wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system according to an embodiment of the present invention, showing a plurality of flaps in a closed position when a wave attacks;

FIG. 3B illustrates a front, right side perspective view of an exemplary wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system according to an embodiment of the present invention, showing a means to open and close one or more flaps and a plurality of flaps in an open position when a wave recedes;

FIG. 4A illustrates a cross-sectional, side view of an exemplary wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system along a coastal area according to an embodiment of the present invention, showing a wave being redirected by the system;

FIG. 4B illustrates a cross-sectional, side view of the coastal area in FIG. 4A, showing the wave approaching the coastal area without the wave dissecting and redirecting system along the coastal area;

FIG. 5 illustrates a top view of an exemplary layout of a plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system positioned along a coastal area stretching about ten (10) kilometers according to an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 6A illustrates a right rear, upper perspective view from direction of a first wave of an exemplary layout of a plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system positioned along a coastal area stretching about ten (10) kilometers according to an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 6B illustrates a left rear, cross-sectional view of an exemplary layout of FIG. 6A;

FIG. 7A illustrates a rear, upper perspective view from a direction of a second wave of an exemplary layout of a plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system positioned along a coastal area stretching about ten (10) kilometers according to an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 7B illustrates a right, cross-sectional view of the exemplary layout of FIG. 7A;

FIG. 8 illustrates a top view of an exemplary layout of a plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system positioned along a coastal area stretching about twenty (20) kilometers according to an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 9A illustrates a front, upper perspective view of an exemplary layout of a plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system positioned along a coastal area stretching about twenty (20) kilometers according to an embodiment of the present invention, showing redirection of a first large wave or tsunami wave;

FIG. 9B illustrates a front, upper perspective view of an exemplary layout of a plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system positioned along a coastal area stretching about twenty (20) kilometers according to an embodiment of the present invention, showing redirection of a second and/or third large wave or tsunami wave; and

FIG. 9C illustrates a front, upper perspective view of an exemplary layout of a plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system positioned along a coastal area stretching about twenty (20) kilometers according to an embodiment of the present invention, showing redirection of a fourth large wave or tsunami wave.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF EMBODIMENTS OF THE INVENTION

The following detailed description of various embodiments of the present invention references the accompanying drawings, which illustrate specific embodiments in which the invention can be practiced. While the illustrative embodiments of the invention have been described with particularity, it will be understood that various other modifications will be apparent to and can be readily made by those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. Accordingly, it is not intended that the scope of the claims appended hereto be limited to the examples and descriptions set forth herein but rather that the claims be construed as encompassing all the features of patentable novelty which reside in the present invention, including all features which would be treated as equivalents thereof by those skilled in the art to which the invention pertains. Therefore, the scope of the present invention is defined only by the appended claims, along with the full scope of equivalents to which such claims are entitled.

Wave Dissecting and Redirecting Equipment and System

The present invention operates to dissect and redirect a large wave or tsunami wave away from a prioritized ocean floor and/or coastal area. A top view of an exemplary wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system, showing a plurality of flaps in a closed position when a wave attacks is shown in FIG. 2A; a front, right side perspective view of an exemplary wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system, showing a plurality of flaps in a closed position when a wave attacks is shown in FIG. 3A; and a front, right side perspective view of an exemplary wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system, showing the plurality of flaps in an open position when the wave recedes is shown in FIG. 3B. (See also FIGS. 2B-2E).

Referring to FIGS. 2A-2E and 3A-3B, the wave dissecting and redirecting system 200, 300 comprises a lower frame body 202, 302 with anchor feet 270, 370, an upper frame body 216, 316 with a redirecting blade 234, 334 and a first flap 246, 346 attached to a first end 218, 318 of the upper frame body 216, 316, and disposed between a first side 222, 322 and a second side 224, 324 of the upper frame body 216, 316. In an embodiment, the wave dissecting and redirecting system 200, 300 further comprises an optional second flap 248, 348 attached to the first end 218, 318 of the upper frame body 216, 316, and disposed between the first side 222, 322 and the second side 224, 324 of the upper frame body 216, 316.

In an embodiment, the wave dissecting and redirecting system 200, 300 comprises a lower frame body 202, 302 having a first end 204, 304 and a second end 206, 306 and a first side 208, 308 and a second side 210, 310, a plurality of anchor feet 270, 370, wherein the plurality of anchor feet 270, 370 may be connected to or integral with a bottom surface of the lower frame body 202, 302 to anchor the lower frame body 202, 302 to an ocean floor; an upper frame body 216, 316 having a first end 218, 318 and a second end 220, 320 and a first side 222, 322 and a second side 224, 324, a redirecting blade 234, 334, wherein the redirecting blade 234, 334 is connected to or integral with an upper surface of the upper frame body 216, 316, a first flap 246, 346 rotationally attached to the first end 218, 318 of the upper frame body 202, 302 and disposed between the first side 222, 322 and the second side 224, 324 of the upper frame body 202, 302, wherein the first flap 246, 346 closes against a surface in the upper frame body 202, 302 and/or a means for opening and closing one or more flaps 250, 350. In an embodiment, the wave dissecting and redirecting system 200, 300 further comprises an optional second flap 248, 348 rotationally attached to the first end 218, 318 of the upper frame body 216, 316, and disposed between the first side 222, 322 and the second side 224, 324 of the upper frame body 216, 316, wherein the second flap 248, 348 closes against a surface in the first flap 246, 346 and/or the means for opening and closing one or more flaps 250, 350.

Lower Frame Body

In an embodiment, the lower frame body 202, 302 comprises a first end 204, 304, a second end 206, 306, a first side 208, 308, a second side 210, 310, a first upper surface 212, 312, and a second upper surface 214, 314.

The lower frame body 202, 302 may be constructed to be any suitable shape. Suitable shapes include, but are not limited to, cube, cuboid, hexagonal prism, triangular prism and variations thereof. (See FIGS. 2A-2E & 3A-3B). In an embodiment, the lower frame body 202, 302 may be a cube or a cuboid shape as depicted in FIGS. 2A-2E & 3A-3B. In an embodiment, the lower frame body 202, 302 may be a variation of a thick triangular prism shape. In an embodiment, the lower frame body 202, 302 may be a variation of a thin triangular prism shape.

The lower frame body 202, 302 may be constructed as a hollow structure (see FIGS. 2A-2E & 3A-3B), a solid structure, or a dense solid structure. In an embodiment, the lower frame body 202, 302 may be constructed as a hollow structure to permit the water undercurrent to pass. (Id.).

The lower frame body 202, 302 may be constructed of any suitable material. Suitable materials include, but are not limited to, biological materials (e.g., bamboo and wood), non-biological materials (e.g., composites, concrete, metals and polymers), and combinations thereof. In an embodiment, the lower frame body 202, 302 may be constructed of composites, concrete, metals, polymers, and combinations thereof. In an embodiment, the lower frame body 202, 302 may be constructed of concrete.

The lower frame body 202, 302 may be constructed of any suitable size. Suitable sizes include, but are not limited to, from about 2 meters to about 80 meters (and any range or value there between) across from the first side 208, 308 to the second side 210, 310 of the lower frame body 202, 302. In an embodiment, the lower frame body 202, 302 may be about 5 meters across from the first side 208, 308 to the second side 210, 310 of the lower frame body 202, 302 for a smaller variant. In an embodiment, the lower frame body 202, 302 may be about 50 meters across from the first side 208, 308 to the second side 210, 310 of the lower frame body 202, 302 for a larger variant.

Anchor Feet

The anchor feet 270, 370 should be constructed to grip the ocean floor.

The anchor feet 270, 370 may be constructed to be any suitable shape. Suitable shapes include, but are not limited to, cone, cube, cuboid, cylinder, pentagonal prism, hexagonal prism, octagonal prism, square based pyramid, triangular based pyramid, triangular prism, and variations thereof. (See e.g., FIGS. 2B-2E & 3A-3B). In an embodiment, the anchor feet 270, 370 may be a variation of a triangular prism. (Id.).

In an embodiment, the anchor feet 270, 370 may be retractable or non-retractable.

In an embodiment, the anchor feet 270, 370 may be constructed as a hollow structure, a solid structure, a dense solid structure, and combinations thereof. In an embodiment, the lower frame body 204, 304 and the anchor feet 270, 370 may be cast as a single structure (i.e., a bottom surface of the lower frame body 204, 304 is integral with the anchor feet 270, 370). In an embodiment, the lower frame body 204, 304 and the anchor feet 270, 370 may be separate structures, wherein the anchor feet 270, 370 may be connected to the bottom surface of the lower frame body 204, 304.

The anchor feet 270, 370 may be constructed of any suitable material. Suitable materials include, but are not limited to, biological materials (e.g., bamboo and wood), non-biological materials (e.g., composites, concrete, metals and polymers), and combinations thereof. In an embodiment, the anchor feet 270, 370 may be constructed of composites, concrete, metals, polymers, and combinations thereof. In an embodiment, the anchor feet 270, 370 may be constructed of concrete.

The anchor feet 270, 370 may have any suitable texture to grip the ocean floor. Suitable textures include, but are not limited to, pebbled, slatted, smooth, waffle, and combinations thereof. In an embodiment, the anchor feet 270, 370 may have a slatted texture.

Upper Frame Body

In an embodiment, the upper frame body 216, 316 comprises a first end 218, 318, a second end 220, 320, a first side 222, 322, a second side 224, 324, a first upper surface 226, 326, and a second upper surface 228, 328.

In an embodiment, the first upper surface 212, 312 of the lower frame body 202, 302 forms a first angle 230, 330 with the first upper surface 226, 326 of the upper frame body 216, 316. In an embodiment, the first angle 230, 330 may be from about 10 degrees to about 90 degrees (and any range or value there between). In an embodiment, the first angle 230, 330 may be from about 20 degrees to about 60 degrees (and any range or value there between). In an embodiment, the first angle 230, 330 may be about 45 degrees.

In an embodiment, the second upper surface 214, 314 of the lower frame body 202, 302 forms a second angle 232, 332 with the second upper surface 228, 328 of the upper frame body 216, 316. In an embodiment, the second angle 232, 332 may be from about 10 degrees to about 90 degrees (and any range or value there between). In an embodiment, the second angle 232, 332 may be from about 20 degrees to about 60 degrees (and any range or value there between). In an embodiment, the second angle 232, 332 may be from about 20 degrees to about 30 degrees (and any range or value there between).

The upper frame body 216, 316 may be constructed to be any suitable shape. Suitable shapes include, but are not limited to, cube, cuboid, hexagonal prism, triangular prism, and variations thereof. (See e.g., FIGS. 2A-2E & 3A-3B). In an embodiment, the upper frame body 216, 316 may be a variation of a thick triangular prism shape. In an embodiment, the upper frame body 216, 316 may be a variation of a thin triangular prism shape.

The upper frame body 216, 316 may be constructed as a hollow structure (see FIGS. 2A-2E & 3A-3B), a solid structure, or a dense solid structure. In an embodiment, the upper frame body 216, 316 may be constructed as a hollow structure to permit the water undercurrent to pass. (Id.).

The upper frame body 216, 316 may be constructed of any suitable material. Suitable materials include, but are not limited to, biological materials (e.g., bamboo and wood), non-biological materials (e.g., composites, concrete, metals and polymers), and combinations thereof. In an embodiment, the upper frame body 216, 316 may be constructed of composites, concrete, metals, polymers, and combinations thereof. In an embodiment, the upper frame body 216, 316 may be constructed of concrete.

In an embodiment, the upper frame body 216, 316 may be constructed to have one or more extensions to attach a flap or to provide a sealing surface for a flap. (See e.g., FIGS. 2D & 3A-3B). The one or more extensions may be constructed to be any suitable shape. Suitable shapes include, but are not limited to, cuboid, hexagonal prism, triangular prism, and variations thereof. In an embodiment, the one or more extensions may be a variation of a cuboid. (Id.).

The upper frame body 216, 316 may be constructed of any suitable size. Suitable sizes include, but are not limited to, from about 2 meters to about 80 meters (and any range or value there between) across from the first side 222, 322 to the second side 224, 324 of the upper frame body 216, 316. In an embodiment, the upper frame body 216, 316 may be about 5 meters across from the first side 222, 322 to the second side 224, 324 of the upper frame body 216, 316 for a smaller variant. In an embodiment, the upper frame body 216, 316 may be about 50 meters across from the first side 222, 322 to the second side 224, 324 of the upper frame body 216, 316 for a larger variant.

Redirecting Blade

The redirecting blade 234, 334 should be constructed to redirect a large wave or tsunami wave away from a prioritized ocean floor and/or coastal area. (See e.g., FIGS. 2B & 3A-3B).

In an embodiment, a bottom surface of the redirecting blade 234, 334 may be connected to or integral with the first upper surface and/or the second upper surface of the upper frame body 216, 316 such that the redirecting blade 234, 334 redirects a wave when the wave attacks.

In an embodiment, the first upper surface 226, 326 of the upper frame body 216, 316 forms a third angle 244, 344 with a first end 236, 336 of the redirecting blade 234, 334. In an embodiment, the third angle 244, 344 may be from about 60 degrees to about 150 degrees (and any range or value there between). In an embodiment, the third angle 244, 344 may be from about 90 degrees to about 120 degrees (and any range or value there between).

The redirecting blade 234, 334 may be constructed to be any suitable shape. Suitable shapes include, but are not limited to, cube, cuboid, pentagonal prism, hexagonal prism, octagonal prism, triangular prism, and variations thereof. (See e.g., FIGS. 2B & 3A-3B). In an embodiment, the redirecting blade 234, 334 may be a variation of a triangular prism. (Id.). In an embodiment, the redirecting blade 234, 334 may be a variation of a pentagonal prism. (Id.).

In an embodiment, the redirecting blade 234,334 may be constructed as a hollow structure, a solid structure, a dense solid structure, and combinations thereof.

In an embodiment, the upper frame body 216, 316 and the redirecting blade 234, 334 may be cast as a single structure (i.e., an upper surface of the upper frame body 216, 316 is integral with a lower surface of the redirecting blade 234, 334). In an embodiment, the lower frame body 202, 302, the upper frame body 216, 316, the redirecting blade 234, 334 and the anchor feet 270, 370 may be cast as a single structure (i.e., the upper surface of the upper frame body 216, 316 is integral with the lower surface of redirecting blade 234, 334, a lower surface of the upper frame body 216, 316 is integral with an upper surface of the lower frame body 202, 302, and a bottom surface of the lower frame body 202, 302 is integral with the anchor feet 270, 370).

In an embodiment, the upper frame body 216, 316 and the redirecting blade 234, 334 may be separate structures, wherein the redirecting blade 234, 334 is connected to the upper surface of the upper frame body 216, 316.

The redirecting blade 234, 334 may be constructed of any suitable material. Suitable materials include, but are not limited to, biological materials (e.g., bamboo and wood), non-biological materials (e.g., composites, concrete, metals and polymers), and combinations thereof. In an embodiment, the redirecting blade 234, 334 may be constructed of composites, concrete, metals, polymers, and combinations thereof. In an embodiment, the redirecting blade 234, 334 may be constructed of concrete.

Flap(s)

In an embodiment, the wave dissecting and redirecting system 200, 300 comprises a first flap 246, 346 and an optional second flap 248, 348.

In an embodiment, the wave dissecting and redirecting system 200, 300 comprises a first flap 246, 346 rotationally attached to the first end 218, 318 of the upper frame body 202, 302 and disposed between the first side 222, 322 and the second side 224, 324 of the upper frame body 202, 302, wherein the first flap 246, 346 closes against a surface in the upper frame body 202, 302. In an embodiment, the first flap 246, 346 may be rotationally attached to a means for opening and closing one or more flaps 250, 350, wherein the means for opening and closing one or more flaps 250, 350 is attached to the first end 218, 318 of the upper frame body 202, 302 and disposed between the first side 222, 322 and the second side 224, 324 of the upper frame body 202, 302 and wherein the first flap 246, 346 closes against a surface 260, 360 in the upper frame body 202, 302 and/or a means for sealing 262, 362.

In an embodiment, the wave dissecting and redirecting system 200, 300 comprises an optional second flap 248, 348 rotationally attached to the first end 218, 318 of the upper frame body 216, 316, and disposed between the first side 222, 322 and the second side 224, 324 of the upper frame body 216, 316, wherein the second flap 248, 348 closes against a surface in the first flap 246, 346. In an embodiment, the second flap 248, 348 may be rotationally attached to a means for opening and closing one or more flaps 250, 350, wherein the means for opening and closing one or more flaps 250, 350 is attached to the first end 218, 318 of the upper frame body 202, 302 and disposed between the first side 222, 322 and the second side 224, 324 of the upper frame body 202, 302 and wherein the second flap 248, 348 closes against a surface 260, 360 in the upper frame body 202, 302 and/or the means for sealing 262, 362.

In an embodiment, the first flap 246, 346 may be constructed to close when a wave attacks and to open when the wave recedes. In an embodiment, the first flap 246, 346 and the second flap 248, 348 may be constructed to close when a wave attacks and to open when the wave recedes.

The flap(s) may be constructed to be any suitable shape. Suitable shapes include, but are not limited to, cube, cuboid, cylinder, hexagonal prism, triangular prism, and variations thereof. (See e.g., FIGS. 2A & 3A-3B). In an embodiment, the first flap 246, 346 and second flap 248, 348 may be a variation of a cuboid. (Id.).

The flap(s) may have any suitable texture. Suitable textures include, but are not limited to, pebbled, slatted, smooth, waffle, and combinations thereof. In an embodiment, the flap(s) may have a slatted texture.

In an embodiment, the flap(s) may be constructed as single structure, a two part structure, or a multi-part structure (See FIGS. 2B & 3A-3B). As shown in FIGS. 3A-3B, a first flap 346 and a second flap 348 opens and closes with an opening/closing means 350 operated with wave water force.

The flap(s) may be constructed of any suitable material. Suitable materials include, but are not limited to, any cavitation resistant material (e.g., vulcanized rubber), and combinations thereof. In an embodiment, the flap(s) may be vulcanized rubber. In an embodiment, the flap(s) may be made of recycle tires.

Means for Opening and Closing One or More Flaps

In an embodiment, the wave dissecting and redirecting system 200, 300 comprises a means to open one or more flaps 250, 350. In an embodiment, the means to open and close one or more flaps 250, 350 comprises a first flap mounting structure 252, 352 and a first plurality of rotational fasteners 254, 354, and an optional second flap mounting structure 256, 356 and an optional second plurality of rotational fasteners 258, 358.

The means for opening and closing one or more flaps 250, 350 may be any suitable opening/closing system. Suitable opening/closing systems include, but are not limited to, a frame structure with one or more flap(s) rotationally attached to the frame structure, a rotor with one or more flexible arm structures to open one or more flaps, and combinations thereof.

In an embodiment, the means for opening and closing one or more flaps 250, 350 comprises a first flap mounting structure 252, 352 offset from a surface of the upper frame body 216, 316 and attached to the upper frame body 216, 316, and a first plurality of rotational fasteners 254, 354 attached to the first flap mounting structure 252, 352, wherein the first plurality of rotational fasteners 254, 354 may be attached to the first flap 246, 346. (See FIGS. 2D & 3B). In an embodiment, the means for opening and closing one or more flaps 250, 350 comprises an optional second flap mounting structure 256, 356 offset from the first flap mounting structure 252, 352 and attached to the upper frame body 216, 316, and an optional second plurality of rotational fasteners 258, 358 attached to the second flap mounting structure 256, 356, wherein the second plurality of rotational fasteners 258, 358 may be attached to the second flap 248, 348. (See FIGS. 2D & 3B).

In an embodiment, the means for opening and closing one or more flap gates 250, 350 comprises a flap gate rotor (not shown) attached to the upper frame body 216, 316, and a flexible arm structure (not shown) having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of the flexible arm structure is flexibly attached to the flap gate rotor and the second end of the flexible arm structure is flexibly attached to the first flap 246, 346. In an embodiment, the flexible arm structure (not shown) may have one or more hinges between the first end and the second end.

In another embodiment, the means for opening and closing one or more flap gates 250, 350 comprises a flap gate rotor (not shown) attached to the upper frame body 216, 316, a first flexible arm structure (not shown) having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of the first flexible arm structure is flexibly attached to the flap gate rotor and the second end of the first flexible arm structure is flexibly attached to the first flap 246, 346, and a second flexible arm structure (not shown) having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of the second flexible arm structure is flexibly attached to the first flap 246, 346 and the second end of the second flexible arm structure is flexibly attached to the second flap 248, 348. In an embodiment, the first flexible arm structure (not shown) may have one or more hinges between the first end and the second end; and the second flexible arm structure (not shown) may have one or more hinges between the first end and the second end.

In an embodiment, the flap gate rotor (not shown) may be controlled by electricity, hydraulics, water force, and combinations thereof. Such control is well known in the art.

Optional Means for Sealing

In an embodiment, the wave dissecting and redirecting system may further comprise an optional means for sealing 262, 362.

The means for sealing 262, 362 may be any suitable sealing system. Suitable sealing systems include, but are not limited to, a frame structure with one or more flap(s) rotationally attached to the frame structure, a frame structure with a sealing surface, surface 260, 360 of the upper frame body 216, 316, and combinations thereof.

In an embodiment, the means for sealing 262, 363 may be a frame structure with a sealing surface attached to a surface 260, 360 of the upper frame body 216, 316. In an embodiment, the means for sealing 262, 362 may be a surface 260, 360 of the upper frame body 216, 316.

Side Cover(s)

In an embodiment, the wave dissecting and redirecting system further comprises a first side cover 264, 364, a second side cover 266, 366 and/or an optional third side cover 268, 368. In an embodiment, the first side cover 264, 364, the second side cover 266, 366 and/or the optional third side cover 268, 368 may be attached to a first side 222, 322 and/or a second side 224, 324 of an upper frame body 216, 316 to prevent aquatic life or trash from entering one or more flaps. However, the first side cover 264, 364, the second side cover 266, 366 and/or the optional third side cover 268, 368 does not prevent sediment contained within the wave from entering the one or more flaps.

The side cover(s) may be constructed to be any suitable shape(s) to cover the first side 222, 322 and/or second side 224, 324 of the upper frame body 216, 316. Suitable shapes include, but are not limited to, cube, cuboid, cylinder, hexagonal prism, triangular prism, and variations thereof. (See e.g., FIGS. 2B & 3A-3B). In an embodiment, the side cover(s) may be a variation of a cuboid and/or a triangular prism. (Id.).

In an embodiment, the side cover(s) may be constructed as single structure, two-part structure or a multi-part structure (See FIGS. 2B & 3A-3B).

The side cover(s) may be constructed of any suitable materials. Suitable materials include, but are not limited to, a mesh constructed of plastic-coated metals, corrosion-resistant metals (e.g., stainless steel, Monel®, Hastalloy C®), rubbers (e.g., vulcanized rubber) and plastics (e.g., polypropylene, polyamides (Nylon), polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)), and combinations thereof. In an embodiment, the side cover(s) may be constructed of vulcanized rubber. In an embodiment, the side cover(s) may be constructed of stainless steel.

Modular System

In an embodiment, the wave dissecting and redirecting system 200, 300 may be constructed as a single modular unit (see FIGS. 2A-2E & 3A-3B), and, optionally, a plurality of these modular units may be connected together to form inter-connected layout(s).

Example of a Protected and an Unprotected Coastal Area

An example of a protected coastal area 430 with a layout of a dissecting and redirecting system 404, 412 is show in FIG. 4A, and an unprotected coastal area is shown in FIG. 4B.

FIG. 4A depicts an exemplary layout for a first wave dissecting and redirecting system 404 and a second wave dissecting and redirecting system 412 installed at a distance 428 from a coastal area 430. The first wave dissecting and redirecting system 404 redirects a first direction of a first wave 402 upward at a first angle 408 to a second direction of the first wave 406 to redirect energy and water volume from the first wave 402 away from the coastal area 430. In an embodiment, the first angle 408 may be from about 30 degrees to about 60 degrees (and any range or value there between). In an embodiment, the first angle 408 may be about 40 degrees to about 50 degrees. In an embodiment, the first angle 408 may about 45 degrees.

The second wave dissecting and redirecting system 412 redirects a first direction of a second wave 410 upward at a second angle 416 to a second direction of the second wave 414 to redirect energy and water volume from the second wave 410 away from the coastal area 430. In an embodiment, the second angle 416 may be from about 30 degrees to about 60 degrees (and any range or value there between). In an embodiment, the second angle 410 may be from about 40 degrees to about 50 degrees. In an embodiment, the second angle 408 may be about 45 degrees.

FIG. 4B depicts the coastal area 430 in FIG. 4A without the layout of a wave dissecting and redirecting system 404, 412 installed at a golden distance 428 from the coastal area 430. Without the first wave dissecting and redirecting system 404, the first direction of the first wave 402′ gains amplitude (height) as the first direction of the first wave 402″ continues towards the coastal area 430. Similarly, without the second wave dissecting and redirecting system 412, the first direction of the second wave 410′ gains amplitude (height) as the first direction of the second wave 410″ continues towards the coastal area 430. (See also FIG. 1).

Layout(s) of Wave Dissecting and Redirecting Equipment and System

In deep ocean, a large wave or tsunami wave can have very long wavelength, up to several kilometers or even above 10 to 100 kilometers. (See FIG. 1). Thus, as the tsunami wave approaches a shallow coastal area, a constant forward momentum of later tsunami waves pushes the amplitude (height) of tsunami wave higher and higher. (Id.) (depicting tsunami wavelengths of 213 kilometers, 23 kilometers, and 10.6 kilometer at depths of 4000 meters, 50 meters and 10 meters, respectively, as the tsunami wave approaches a shallow coastal area). As shown in FIG. 1, the tsunami wave surges in amplitude (height) from 10 meters to 20 meters (or higher) and in momentum, causing significant damage to life and property. This is known as a run-up effect.

In an embodiment, anticipated direction(s) of large wave(s) or tsunami wave(s) may be determined from local topography, historical storm data, and regional tide conditions.

In an embodiment, a plurality of wave dissection and redirecting equipment and system may be arranged in a layout at depth(s) on or near an ocean floor at distance(s) from a prioritized ocean floor and/or coastal area to cause a run-up of the waves offshore and to redirect the waves to non-prioritized ocean floor and/or coastal areas. In an embodiment, the depth(s) may be estimated from historical (and stimulated) standard tide variant(s) and anticipated amplitude(s) (height) of a large wave or tsunami wave. In an embodiment, the distance(s) may be calculated by fluid capacity of area(s) using ocean floor geographical and resonance data such that energy and water volume of a large wave or tsunami wave may be absorbed in the area(s) behind the layout. The area(s) serve(s) to function as detention lake(s). Ideally, the area(s) defining the detention lake(s) would have no human occupants and little to no damageable property. Obviously, coastal areas with a long shallow coastline have more options for potential layouts than those with a short deep coastline.

In an embodiment, the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system may be arranged in a layout, wherein each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system may be positioned at an angle greater than or equal to about 80 degrees (and any range or value there between) to a direction for a large wave or tsunami wave. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system may be positioned at an angle from about 80 degrees to about 150 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the large wave or tsunami wave. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system may be positioned at an angle from about 90 degrees to about 120 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the large wave or tsunami wave.

In an embodiment, each of a plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system can redirect a momentum vector of a large wave or tsunami wave with an angle less than or equal to 90 degrees (and any range of value there between) when the large wave or tsunami wave attacks each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system. In an embodiment, the angle may be less than or equal to about 85 degrees (and any range or value there between). In an embodiment, the angle may be less than or equal to about 80 degrees (and any range or value there between). In an embodiment, the angle may be less than or equal to about 75 degrees (and any range or value there between).

In an embodiment, the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system may be arranged in a layout at a depth on or near the ocean floor at high tide. In an embodiment, the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system may be entirely submerged on the ocean floor or partially submerged between the ocean floor and the ocean surface at high tide. In an embodiment, the depth may be from about 30 meters to about 80 meters (and any range or value there between). In an embodiment, the depth may be from about 45 meters to about 55 meters (and any range or value there between). In an embodiment, the depth may be about 50 meters.

For coastal areas stretching from about 1 kilometer to about 10 kilometers (and any range or value there between), a layout of a plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 500, 600, 700 may be arranged as shown in FIGS. 5 and 6A-7B.

The wave dissecting and redirecting system 500, 600, 700, may be arranged in any suitable layout for the local topography, historical storm data, and regional tide conditions. Suitable layouts include, but are not limited to, dual sided chevrons or rows, single sided chevrons or rows, and combinations thereof. In an embodiment, the layout of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 500, 600, 700 is selected from the group consisting of dual sided, asymmetric chevrons, dual sided asymmetric rows, dual sided symmetric chevrons, dual sided symmetric rows, single sided rows, single sided chevrons, and combinations thereof. In an embodiment, the layout of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 500, 600, 700 may be a plurality of overlapping dual sided asymmetric chevrons and an overlapping dual sided symmetric chevron as shown in FIG. 5.

FIG. 5 illustrates a top view of an exemplary layout of a plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system 500 positioned along a coastal area stretching from about 1 kilometer to about 10 kilometers (and any range or value there between). As shown in FIG. 5, the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 500 may be arranged in a layout at a golden distance 536 from a coastal area 538 to run-up the large waves or tsunami waves offshore and to redirect the waves to non-prioritized ocean floor and/or coastal areas.

In an embodiment, the layout of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 500 comprises a first arrangement 504 in a dual sided asymmetrical chevron, a second arrangement 512 in a dual sided symmetrical chevron, and a third arrangement 520 in a dual sided asymmetrical chevron. In an embodiment, an apex of the first arrangement 504 points towards a direction for a first large wave or tsunami wave 502, an apex of the second arrangement 512 points towards a direction for a second large wave or tsunami wave 510, and an apex of the third arrangement 520 points towards a direction for a third large wave or tsunami wave 518.

In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system in the first arrangement 504 may be positioned to redirect energy and water volume from the first large wave or tsunami wave 510 away from a coastal area 538, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system in the second arrangement 512 may be positioned to redirect the energy and water volume from the second large wave or tsunami wave 510 away from the coastal area 538, and each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system in the third arrangement 520 may be positioned to redirect energy and water volume from the third large wave or tsunami wave 518 away from the coastal area 538.

In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 500 in the first arrangement 504 may be positioned at a first angle 508 greater than or equal to about 80 degrees (and any range or value there between) to a direction for a first large wave or tsunami wave 502. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 500 in the first arrangement 504 may be positioned at the first angle 508 from about 80 degrees to about 150 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the first large wave or tsunami wave 502. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 500 in the first arrangement 504 may be positioned at the first angle 508 from about 90 degrees to about 120 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the first large wave or tsunami wave 502.

In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 500 in the second arrangement 512 may be positioned at a second angle 516 greater than or equal to about 90 degrees (and any range or value there between) to a direction for a second large wave or tsunami wave 510. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 500 in the second arrangement 512 may be positioned at the second angle 516 from about 90 degrees to about 150 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the second large wave or tsunami wave 510. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 500 in the second arrangement 512 may be positioned at the second angle 516 from about 90 degrees to about 120 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the second large wave or tsunami wave 510.

In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 500 in the third arrangement 520 may be positioned at a third angle 524 greater than or equal to about 90 degrees (and any range or value there between) to a direction for a third large wave or tsunami wave 518. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 500 in the third arrangement 520 may be positioned at the third angle 524 from about 90 degrees to about 150 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the third large wave or tsunami wave 518. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 500 in the third arrangement 520 may be positioned at the third angle 524 from about 90 degrees to about 120 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the third large wave or tsunami wave 518.

FIG. 6A illustrates a right, upper perspective view from a direction of a first large wave or tsunami wave of an exemplary layout of a plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system positioned along a coastal area stretching about ten (10) kilometers, showing redirection of a first wave. As shown in FIG. 6A, the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 600 may be arranged in a layout at a golden distance 636 from a coastal area 638 to run-up a large wave or tsunami wave offshore and to redirect the waves to non-prioritized ocean floor and/or coastal area.

In an embodiment, the layout of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 600 comprises a first arrangement 604 in a dual sided asymmetrical chevron, a second arrangement 612 in a dual sided symmetrical chevron, and a third arrangement 620 in a dual sided asymmetrical chevron. In an embodiment, an apex of the first arrangement 604 points towards a direction for a first large wave or tsunami wave 602, an apex of the second arrangement 612 points towards a direction for a second large wave or tsunami wave 610, and an apex (not shown) of the third arrangement 620 points towards a direction for a third large wave or tsunami wave 618 (not shown).

As shown in FIG. 6A, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system in the first arrangement 604 may be positioned to redirect energy and water volume from the first large wave or tsunami wave 610 away from the coastal area 638, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system in the second arrangement 612 may be positioned to redirect the energy and water volume from the second large wave or tsunami wave 610 away from the coastal area 638, and each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system in the third arrangement 620 may be positioned to redirect energy and water volume from the third large wave or tsunami wave 618 away from the coastal area 638.

In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 600 in the first arrangement 604 may be positioned at a first angle 608 greater than or equal to about 90 degrees (and any range or value there between) to a direction for a first large wave or tsunami wave 602. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 600 in the first arrangement 604 may be positioned at the first angle 608 from about 90 degrees to about 150 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the first large wave or tsunami wave 602. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 600 in the first arrangement 604 may be positioned at the first angle 608 from about 90 degrees to about 120 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the first large wave or tsunami wave 602.

In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 600 in the second arrangement 612 may be positioned at a second angle 616 greater than or equal to about 90 degrees (and any range or value there between) to a direction for a second large wave or tsunami wave 610. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 600 in the second arrangement 612 may be positioned at the second angle 616 from about 90 degrees to about 150 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the second large wave or tsunami wave 610. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 600 in the second arrangement 612 may be positioned at the second angle 616 from about 90 degrees to about 120 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the second large wave or tsunami wave 610.

In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 600 in the third arrangement 620 may be positioned at a third angle 624 greater than or equal to about 90 degrees (and any range or value there between) to a direction for a third large wave or tsunami wave 618. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 600 in the third arrangement 620 may be positioned at the third angle 624 from about 90 degrees to about 150 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the third large wave or tsunami wave 618. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 600 in the third arrangement 620 may be positioned at the third angle 624 from about 90 degrees to about 120 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the third large wave or tsunami wave 618.

FIG. 6B illustrates a left rear, cross-sectional view of the exemplary layout of FIG. 6A.

FIG. 7A illustrates a rear, upper perspective view from a direction for a second large wave or tsunami wave of an exemplary layout of a plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system arranged in a plurality of overlapping dual sided chevrons and a dual sided symmetric chevron, showing redirection of a third wave. As shown in FIG. 7A, the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 700 may be arranged in a layout at a golden distance 736 from a coastal area 738 to run-up a large wave or tsunami wave offshore and to redirect the waves to a non-prioritized ocean floor and/or coastal area.

In an embodiment, the layout of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 700 comprises a first arrangement 704 in a dual sided asymmetrical chevron, a second arrangement 712 in a dual sided symmetrical chevron, and a third arrangement 720 in a dual sided asymmetrical chevron. In an embodiment, an apex of the first arrangement 704 points towards a direction for a first large wave or tsunami wave 702, an apex of the second arrangement 712 points towards a direction for a second large wave or tsunami wave 710, and an apex of the third arrangement 720 points towards a direction for a third large wave or tsunami wave 718.

In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system in the first arrangement 704 may be positioned to redirect energy and water volume from the first large wave or tsunami wave 710 away from a coastal area 738, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system in the second arrangement 712 may be positioned to redirect the energy and water volume from the second large wave or tsunami wave 710 away from the coastal area 738, and each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system in the third arrangement 720 may be positioned to redirect energy and water volume from the third large wave or tsunami wave 718 away from the coastal area 738.

In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 700 in the first arrangement 704 may be positioned at a first angle 708 greater than or equal to about 90 degrees (and any range or value there between) to a direction for a first large wave or tsunami wave 702. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 700 in the first arrangement 704 may be positioned at the first angle 708 from about 90 degrees to about 150 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the first large wave or tsunami wave 702. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 700 in the first arrangement 704 may be positioned at the first angle 708 from about 90 degrees to about 120 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the first large wave or tsunami wave 702.

In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 700 in the second arrangement 712 may be positioned at a second angle 716 greater than or equal to about 90 degrees (and any range or value there between) to a direction for a second large wave or tsunami wave 710. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 700 in the second arrangement 712 may be positioned at the second angle 716 from about 90 degrees to about 150 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the second large wave or tsunami wave 710. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 700 in the second arrangement 712 may be positioned at the second angle 716 from about 90 degrees to about 120 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the second large wave or tsunami wave 710.

In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 700 in the third arrangement 720 may be positioned at a third angle 724 greater than or equal to about 90 degrees (and any range or value there between) to a direction for a third large wave or tsunami wave 718. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 700 in the third arrangement 720 may be positioned at the third angle 724 from about 90 degrees to about 150 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the third large wave or tsunami wave 718. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 700 in the third arrangement 720 may be positioned at the third angle 724 from about 90 degrees to about 120 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the third large wave or tsunami wave 718.

FIG. 7B illustrates a right, cross-sectional view of the exemplary layout of FIG. 7A.

For coastal areas stretching from about 10 kilometers to about 20 kilometers (and any range or value there between), a layout of a plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system 800, 900 may be arranged as shown in FIGS. 8 and 9A-9C.

The wave dissecting and redirecting system 800, 900 may be arranged in any suitable layout for the local topography and regional tide conditions. Suitable layouts include, but are not limited to, dual sided chevrons or rows, single sided chevrons or rows, and combinations thereof. In an embodiment, the layout of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 800, 900 is selected from the group consisting of dual sided, asymmetric chevrons, dual sided asymmetric rows, dual sided symmetric chevrons, dual sided symmetric rows, single sided rows, single sided chevrons, and combinations thereof. In an embodiment, the layout of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 800, 900 may be a plurality of overlapping dual sided asymmetric chevrons and a plurality of overlapping single sided chevrons as shown in FIGS. 8 and 9A-9C.

FIG. 8 illustrates a top view of an exemplary layout of a plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system positioned along a coastal area stretching from about 10 kilometers to about 20 kilometers (and any range or value there between). As shown in FIG. 8, the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 800 may be arranged in a layout at a first golden distance 834 and a second golden distance 836 from a coastal area 838 to run-up a large wave or tsunami wave offshore and to redirect the waves to non-prioritized ocean floor and/or coastal area.

In an embodiment, the layout of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 800 comprises a first arrangement 804 in a dual sided asymmetrical chevron, a second arrangement 812 in a single sided chevron, a third arrangement 820 in a single sided chevron, and a fourth arrangement 828 in a dual sided asymmetrical chevron. In an embodiment, the second arrangement 812 and the third arrangement 820 may combine to form a dual sided asymmetric chevron as shown in FIG. 8. In an embodiment, an apex of the first arrangement 804 points towards a direction for a first large wave or tsunami wave 802, an apex of the second arrangement 812 and third arrangement 820 points towards a direction for a second large wave or tsunami wave 810 or a third large wave or tsunami wave 818, and an apex of the fourth arrangement 828 points towards a direction for a fourth large wave or tsunami wave 826.

In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system in the first arrangement 804 may be positioned to redirect energy and water volume from the first large wave or tsunami wave 810 away from a coastal area 838, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system in the second arrangement 812 may be positioned to redirect the energy and water volume from the second large wave or tsunami wave 810 away from the coastal area 838, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system in the third arrangement 820 may be positioned to redirect energy and water volume from the third large wave or tsunami wave 818 away from the coastal area 838, and each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system in the fourth arrangement 828 may be positioned to redirect energy and water volume from the fourth large wave or tsunami wave 826 away from the coastal area 538.

In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 800 in the first arrangement 804 may be positioned at a first angle 808 greater than or equal to about 90 degrees (and any range or value there between) to a direction for a first large wave or tsunami wave 802. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 800 in the first arrangement 804 may be positioned at the first angle 808 from about 90 degrees to about 150 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the first large wave or tsunami wave 802. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 800 in the first arrangement 804 may be positioned at the first angle 808 from about 90 degrees to about 120 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the first large wave or tsunami wave 802.

In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 800 in the second arrangement 812 may be positioned at a second angle 816 greater than or equal to about 90 degrees (and any range or value there between) to a direction for a second large wave or tsunami wave 810. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 800 in the second arrangement 812 may be positioned at the second angle 816 from about 90 degrees to about 150 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the second large wave or tsunami wave 810. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 800 in the second arrangement 812 may be positioned at the second angle 816 from about 90 degrees to about 120 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the second large wave or tsunami wave 810.

In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 800 in the third arrangement 820 may be positioned at a third angle 824 greater than or equal to about 90 degrees (and any range or value there between) to a direction for a third large wave or tsunami wave 818. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 800 in the third arrangement 820 may be positioned at the third angle 824 from about 90 degrees to about 150 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the third large wave or tsunami wave 818. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 800 in the third arrangement 820 may be positioned at the third angle 824 from about 90 degrees to about 120 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the third large wave or tsunami wave 818.

In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 800 in the fourth arrangement 826 may be positioned at a fourth angle 832 greater than or equal to about 90 degrees (and any range or value there between) to a direction for a fourth large wave or tsunami wave 826. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 800 in the fourth arrangement 826 may be positioned at the fourth angle 832 from about 90 degrees to about 150 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the fourth large wave or tsunami wave 826. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 800 in the fourth arrangement 828 may be positioned at the fourth angle 832 from about 90 degrees to about 120 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the fourth large wave or tsunami wave 826.

FIG. 9A illustrates a front, upper perspective view of an exemplary layout of a plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system positioned along a coastal area stretching about twenty (20) kilometers, showing redirection of a first large wave or tsunami wave. As shown in FIG. 9A, the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 900 may be arranged in a layout at a first distance 934 and a second distance 936 from a coastal area 938 to run-up a large wave or tsunami wave offshore and to redirect the waves to non-prioritized ocean floor and/or coastal area.

In an embodiment, the layout of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 900 comprises a first arrangement 904 in a dual sided asymmetrical chevron, a second arrangement 912 in a single sided chevron, a third arrangement 920 in a single sided chevron, and a fourth arrangement 928 in a dual sided asymmetrical chevron. In an embodiment, the second arrangement 912 and the third arrangement 920 may combine to form a dual sided asymmetric chevron as shown in FIGS. 9A-9C. In an embodiment, an apex of the first arrangement 904 points towards a direction for a first large wave or tsunami wave 902, an apex of the second arrangement 912 and third arrangement 920 points towards a direction for a second large wave or tsunami wave 910 or a third large wave or tsunami wave 918, and an apex of the fourth arrangement 928 points towards a direction for a fourth large wave or tsunami wave 926.

As shown in FIG. 9A, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system in the first arrangement 904 may be positioned to redirect energy and water volume from the first large wave or tsunami wave 910 away from the coastal area 938, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system in the second arrangement 912 may be positioned to redirect the energy and water volume from the second large wave or tsunami wave 910 away from the coastal area 838, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system in the third arrangement 920 may be positioned to redirect energy and water volume from the third large wave or tsunami wave 918 away from the coastal area 938, and each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system in the fourth arrangement 928 may be positioned to redirect energy and water volume from the fourth large wave or tsunami wave 926 away from the coastal area 938.

In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 900 in the first arrangement 904 may be positioned at a first angle 908 greater than or equal to about 90 degrees (and any range or value there between) to a direction for a first large wave or tsunami wave 902. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 900 in the first arrangement 904 may be positioned at the first angle 908 from about 90 degrees to about 150 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the first large wave or tsunami wave 902. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 900 in the first arrangement 904 may be positioned at the first angle 908 from about 90 degrees to about 120 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the first large wave or tsunami wave 902.

In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 900 in the second arrangement 912 may be positioned at a second angle 916 greater than or equal to about 90 degrees (and any range or value there between) to a direction for a second large wave or tsunami wave 910. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 900 in the second arrangement 912 may be positioned at the second angle 916 from about 90 degrees to about 150 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the second large wave or tsunami wave 910. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 900 in the second arrangement 912 may be positioned at the second angle 916 from about 90 degrees to about 120 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the second large wave or tsunami wave 910.

In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 900 in the third arrangement 920 may be positioned at a third angle 924 greater than or equal to about 90 degrees (and any range or value there between) to a direction for a third large wave or tsunami wave 918. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 900 in the third arrangement 920 may be positioned at the third angle 924 from about 90 degrees to about 150 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the third large wave or tsunami wave 918. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 900 in the third arrangement 920 may be positioned at the third angle 924 from about 90 degrees to about 120 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the third large wave or tsunami wave 918.

In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 900 in the fourth arrangement 926 may be positioned at a fourth angle 932 greater than or equal to about 90 degrees (and any range or value there between) to a direction for a fourth large wave or tsunami wave 926. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 900 in the fourth arrangement 926 may be positioned at the fourth angle 932 from about 90 degrees to about 150 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the fourth large wave or tsunami wave 926. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system 900 in the fourth arrangement 928 may be positioned at the fourth angle 932 from about 90 degrees to about 120 degrees (and any range or value there between) to the direction for the fourth large wave or tsunami wave 926.

FIG. 9B illustrates a front, upper perspective view of an exemplary layout of a plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system, showing redirection of a second or a third large wave or tsunami wave.

FIG. 9C illustrates a front, upper perspective view of an exemplary layout of a plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system, showing redirection of a fourth large wave or tsunami wave.

Method of Using the Wave Dissecting and Redirecting Equipment and System

In an embodiment, a method of using a wave dissecting and redirecting equipment and system comprising the steps of a) using one or more wave dissecting and redirecting system, as described above; b) positioning the one or more wave dissecting and redirecting system in a layout at a depth on or near an ocean floor at one or more distance from a coastal area; and c) redirecting a first direction of a first large wave or tsunami wave at a first angle to a second direction of the first large wave or tsunami wave.

In an embodiment, the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system may redirect a first direction of a first large wave or tsunami wave at a first angle to a second direction of the first large wave or tsunami wave. In an embodiment, the first angle may be greater than or equal to about 90 degrees (and any range or value there between). In an embodiment, the first angle may be from about 90 degrees to about 150 degrees (and any range or value there between). In an embodiment, the first angle may be from about 90 degrees to about 120 degrees (and any range or value there between).

In an embodiment, the method further comprises a step (d) redirecting a first direction of a second large wave or tsunami wave at a second angle to a second direction of the second large wave or tsunami wave.

In an embodiment, the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system may redirect a first direction of a second large wave or tsunami wave at a second angle to a second direction of the second large wave or tsunami wave. In an embodiment, the second angle may be greater than or equal to about 90 degrees (and any range or value there between). In an embodiment, the second angle may be about 90 degrees to about 150 degrees (and any range or value there between). In an embodiment, the second angle may be about 90 degrees to about 120 degrees (and any range or value there between).

In an embodiment, the method further comprises a step (e) redirecting a first direction of a third large wave or tsunami wave at a third angle to a second direction of the third large wave or tsunami wave.

In an embodiment, the plurality of wave dissecting and redirecting system may redirect a first direction of a third large wave or tsunami wave at a third angle to a second direction of the third large wave or tsunami wave. In an embodiment, the third angle may be greater than or equal to about 90 degrees (and any range or value there between). In an embodiment, the third angle may be about 90 degrees to about 150 degrees (and any range or value there between). In an embodiment, the third angle may be less than or equal to about 90 degrees to about 120 degrees (and any range or value there between).

In the foregoing description of certain embodiments, specific terminology has been resorted to for the sake of clarity. However, the disclosure is not intended to be limited to the specific terms so selected, and it is to be understood that each specific term includes other technical equivalents which operate in a similar manner to accomplish a similar technical purpose. Terms (e.g., “outer” and “inner,” “upper” and “lower,” “first” and “second,” “internal” and “external,” “above” and “below” and the like) are used as words of convenience to provide reference points and, as such, are not to be construed as limiting terms.

The embodiments set forth herein are presented to best explain the present invention and its practical application and to thereby enable those skilled in the art to make and utilize the invention. However, those skilled in the art will recognize that the foregoing description has been presented for the purpose of illustration and example only. The description as set forth is not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the invention to the precise form disclosed. Many modifications and variations are possible in light of the above teaching without departing from the spirit and scope of the following claims. The invention is specifically intended to be as broad as the claims below and their equivalents.

Also, the various embodiments described above may be implemented in conjunction with other embodiments, e.g., aspects of one embodiment may be combined with aspects of another embodiment to realize yet other embodiments. Further, each independent feature or component of any given assembly may constitute an additional embodiment.

Definitions

As used herein, the terms “a,” “an,” “the,” and “said” mean one or more, unless the context dictates otherwise.

As used herein, the term “about” means the stated value plus or minus a margin of error or plus or minus 10% if no method of measurement is indicated.

As used herein, the term “or” means “and/or” unless explicitly indicated to refer to alternatives only or if the alternatives are mutually exclusive.

As used herein, the terms “comprising,” “comprises,” and “comprise” are open ended transition terms used to transition from a subject recited before the term to one or more elements recited after the term, where the element or elements listed after the transition term are not necessarily the only elements that make up the subject.

As used herein, the terms “containing,” “contains,” and “contain” have the same open ended meaning as “comprising,” “comprises,” and “comprise,” provided above.

As used herein, the terms “having,” “has,” and “have” have the same open ended meaning as “comprising,” “comprises,” and “comprise,” provided above.

As used herein, the terms “including,” “includes,” and “include” have the same open ended meaning as “comprising,” “comprises,” and “comprise,” provided above.

As used herein, the phrase “consisting of” is a closed transition term used to transition from a subject recited before the term to one or more material elements recited after the term, where the material element or elements listed after the transition term are the only material elements that make up the subject.

As used herein, the term “simultaneously” means occurring at the same time or about the same time, including concurrently.

Incorporation By Reference. All patents and patent applications, articles, reports, and other documents cited herein are fully incorporated by reference to the extent they are not inconsistent with this invention. 

What is claimed is:
 1. A wave dissecting and redirecting system comprising: a lower frame body having a first upper surface and a second upper surface; an upper frame body having a first upper surface and a second upper surface, wherein the upper frame body is connected to or integral with the lower frame body, wherein the first upper surface of the upper frame body forms a first angle with the first upper surface of the lower frame body and wherein the second upper surface of the upper frame body forms a second angle with the second upper surface of the lower frame body; a plurality of anchor feet, wherein the plurality of anchor feet are connected to or integral with a bottom surface of the lower frame body; and a redirecting blade having a first end and a second end, wherein a bottom surface of the redirecting blade is connected to or integral with the first upper surface and/or the second upper surface of the upper frame body and wherein the first upper surface of the upper frame body forms a third angle with the first end of the redirecting blade such that the redirecting blade redirects a wave when the wave attacks.
 2. The wave dissecting and redirecting system of claim 1, wherein the shape of one or more of the lower frame body, and the upper frame body is selected from the group consisting of cube, cuboid, hexagonal prism, triangular prism, and variations thereof; and wherein the shape of the redirecting blade is selected from the group consisting of cube, cuboid, pentagonal prism, hexagonal prism, octagonal prism, triangular prism, and variations thereof.
 3. The wave dissecting and redirecting system of claim 1, wherein one or more of the lower frame, the upper frame and the redirecting blade are constructed as a hollow structure, a solid structure or a dense solid structure.
 4. The wave dissecting and redirecting system of claim 1, wherein one or more of the anchor feet, the lower frame body, the upper frame body and the redirecting blade are constructed of biological materials, non-biological materials, and combinations thereof.
 5. The wave dissecting and redirecting system of claim 1, wherein one or more of the anchor feet, the lower frame, the upper frame and the redirecting blade are constructed of composites, concrete, metals, polymers, and combinations thereof.
 6. The wave dissecting and redirecting system of claim 1, wherein the shape of the redirecting blade is selected from the group consisting of cube, cuboid, hexagonal prism, triangular prism, and variations thereof.
 7. The wave dissecting and redirecting system of claim 1, wherein one or more of the first angle and the second angle are from about 20 degrees to about 60 degrees, and wherein the third angle is from about 90 degrees to about 120 degrees.
 8. The wave dissecting and redirecting system of claim 1, further comprising: a flap rotationally attached to the first surface of the upper frame body and disposed between a first side and a second side of the upper frame body, wherein the flap closes when a wave attacks and opens when the wave recedes.
 9. The wave dissecting and redirecting system of claim 8, wherein the flap is constructed as a single, a two part or a multi-part structure.
 10. The wave dissecting and redirecting system of claim 8, wherein the flap is constructed of cavitation resistant material.
 11. The wave dissecting and redirecting system of claim 8, wherein the flap is constructed of vulcanized rubber.
 12. The wave dissecting and redirecting system of claim 1, further comprising a means to open one or more flaps and a flap, wherein the means to open one or more flaps is attached to a first surface of the upper frame body and disposed between a first side and a second side of the upper frame body and wherein the flap is rotationally attached to the means to open one or more flaps.
 13. The wave dissecting and redirecting system of claim 1, further comprising a means to open one or more flaps and a plurality of flaps, wherein the means to open one or more flaps is attached to a first surface of the upper frame body and disposed between a first side and a second side of the upper frame body and wherein the plurality of flaps are rotationally attached to the means to open one or more flaps.
 14. The wave dissecting and redirecting system of claim 1, further comprising one or more side covers, wherein the one or more side covers are attached to the first side and/or the second side of the upper frame body.
 15. A method of using a wave dissecting and redirecting system comprising the steps of: a) using one or more wave dissecting and redirecting system of claim 1; b) positioning the one or more wave dissecting and redirecting system in a layout at a depth on or near an ocean floor at one or more distance from a coastal area; and c) redirecting a first direction of a first wave at a first angle to a second direction of the first wave when the first wave attacks the one or more wave dissecting and redirecting system.
 16. The method of claim 15, wherein the layout in step b) is selected from the group consisting of dual sided, asymmetric chevrons, dual sided asymmetric rows, dual sided symmetric chevrons, dual sided symmetric rows, single sided rows, single sided chevrons, and combinations thereof.
 17. The method of claim 15, wherein the layout in step b) comprises a plurality of overlapping dual sided asymmetric chevrons and an overlapping dual sided symmetric chevron.
 18. The method of claim 15, wherein the layout in step b) comprises a plurality of overlapping dual sided asymmetric chevrons and a plurality of overlapping single sided chevrons.
 19. The method of claim 15, wherein the depth in step b) is from about 45 meters to about 60 meters.
 20. The method of claim 15, wherein the depth in step b) is about 50 meters.
 21. The method of claim 15, wherein the first angle in step c) is greater than or equal to about 90 degrees.
 22. The method of claim 15, wherein the first angle in step c) is from about 90 degrees to about 150 degrees.
 23. The method in claim 15 further comprising step d) redirecting a first direction of a second wave at a second angle to a second direction of the second wave when the second wave attacks the one or more dissecting and redirecting system.
 24. The method of claim 23, wherein the second angle in step d) is greater than or equal to about 90 degrees.
 25. The method of claim 23, wherein the second angle in step d) is from about 90 degrees to about 150 degrees.
 26. The method in claim 15 further comprising step e) redirecting a first direction of a third wave at a third angle to a second direction of the third wave when the third wave attacks the one or more dissecting and redirecting system.
 27. The method of claim 24, wherein the third angle in step e) is greater than or equal to about 90 degrees.
 28. The method of claim 26, wherein the third angle in step e) is from about 90 degrees to about 150 degrees. 